Youth Guide Listing

This free event promotes healthy lifestyles and wellness
education in a fun and interactive way from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. May
21 at O’Brien Park. Activities include fun games, obstacle courses,
inline hockey challenges, local vendors, demonstrations and
more.

Leave your kids at the Parker Fieldhouse with our recreation
staff from 6 to 11 p.m. and everyone can enjoy an evening of play!
Turf, gym and inline games will keep the kiddos active and burning
energy. For more information or to register your children, call
303-805-6308. May 21 and Aug. 6 at Parker Fieldhouse, 18700 E.
Plaza Dr.

RAISING FINANCIALLY RESPONSIBLE CHILDREN

From 6:30-8:30 p.m. May 3 at Highlands Ranch Library Shea B .
This is a free educational workshop for parents based on the No. 1
New York Times Best Seller, “Money Doesn’t Grow on Trees: A
Parent’s Guide to Raising Financially Responsible Children” by Neal
Godfrey and provided in collaboration with New York Life. Contact
303-257-5874 to register as space is limited. All attendees will
receive a complimentary workbook to take home after the event to
help apply the techniques learned during the workshop.

At Kumon, children master the basics of math and reading through
daily practice. They also build solid learning skills, disciplined
study habits, and the confidence they need to succeed in school and
beyond. We are now offering free placement testing. Call
303-814-1751 for Castle Rock or 303-596-6605 for Highlands
Ranch.

ONE ON ONE TUTORING

Contact: Anita Kline

Phone: 303-792-3335

Fax: 303-792-3336

Tutoring preschool to 12th grades throughout the year. Run by an
experienced teacher with 25 years in reading, math, all subjects
and study skills. Excellent references are available. Services are
located near South Yosemite and Lincoln/I-25. Offered on an ongoing
basis, all year, and anytime.

PROCESS LEARNING TUTORING

Process Learning

Contact: Jean J. Chapman, Owner

Phone: 720-495-4870

Free diagnostic test valued at $90 value. Limited openings are
available. After-school tutoring, is $30 per hour, in reading,
phonics, writing, math, study skills, and CSAP/Handwriting. Contact
Jean J. Chapman, Ed.S., at 720-495-4870. Since 1981, Process
Learning, previously known as EdVantage, has been helping schools
achieve high goals, and now these unique, innovative programs are
available in your area. Created by Jean J. Chapman, Ed.S., a former
inner-city teacher and consultant to eight school districts. The
EdVantage programs focus on Process Teaching/Process Learning,
which effectively corrects all skill gaps. All of the EdVantage
process remains applicable from kindergarten through college.
Tutoring students leave sessions energized, excited, and armed with
useful, practical strategies for success on all assignments and
tests including CSAP.

Tutoring Club provides tutoring for students of all academic
levels, kindergarten through 12th grade. We offer individualized
instruction with tutors in our exclusive TutorAid programs for
math, reading, writing, SAT and ACT preparation, study skills and
more. Ask about our Tutoring Club guarantee to improve academic
performance in less time and at a lower cost than any other
tutoring program.

This is a pre Special Olympics program introducing the most
popular sports including soccer, T-Ball, basketball, volleyball,
and track. Program led by a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist.
Provides an introduction to Special Olympics sports and skills from
4:15-5 p.m. Wednesdays at the Recreation Center at Southridge.

Designed to help students improve balance, concentration,
self-control and confidence. The class is taught by a certified WFT
Tae Kwon Do Instructor. The HRCA Therapeutic Recreation staff
assists in this class, which is from 4:30-5 p.m. Tuesdays and
Thursdays at the Recreation Center at Southridge, Fitness
Studio.

Bring your family and enjoy some water fun during you one on one
session. Perfect for program guests. Date and time varies according
to appointment. Offered at Recreation Center at Southridge,
Recreation Center at Eastridge, Recreation Center at Northridge
Recreation Center and Westridge.

We will provide an individual program, for all ages and all
abilities, which produces results. Instructions in swimming,
fitness, weight training, or in a recreation activity that the
participant may enjoy are available. Scholarships are available for
Douglas County residents. Call the Therapeutic Recreation office
for more information. By appointment with a Certified Therapeutic
Recreation Specialist.

Enjoy water safety activities, blowing bubbles, and water fun
for special needs participants. Class is taught by a Therapeutic
Recreation Specialist from 11:30 a.m. to noon or 1:30-2 p.m.
Fridays at the Recreation Center at Southridge, Fitness Pool.

Learn the skills necessary to play a variety of sports. Also
learn the rules of the games, focusing on good sportsmanship, and
teamwork. Offered from 9 a.m. to noon June through August at the
Recreation Center at Southridge, Gym.

SPECIAL NEEDS PARENT/TOT PLAY THERAPY: AGES SIX MONTHS TO TWO
AND A HALF YEARS

Movement skills, strength, coordination and balance are all
enhanced as children experience the joy of moving through space.
Class is taught by a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist from 8-8:45
a.m. Fridays May through August at the Recreation Center at
Northridge, Conundrum.

Mondays 5:15-5:45p.m., Recreation Center at Westridge. Movement
skills, strength, coordination and balance are all enhanced as
children experience the joy of moving through space. Class is
taught by a certified Yoga Instructor.

New session starts in June. Wednesdays and Fridays 3:35-4:10
p.m. at the Recreation Center at Northridge. For ages 2.5 to 5.
“Growing into Greatness” A developmentally appropriate play
program. Join us for this innovative sports play program designed
to introduce children to the world of sports early in life.

Fall session Mondays 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Streetside South Dance
Studio. Brought to you in partnership with Streetside South, a
dance training studio offering the best in Hip - Hop, Breaking,
Lyrical and Modern dance instruction for the South Denver Metro
Area. The focus of this class will be making a fun environment
where parent & child, jazz and break dancer, young & old
can enjoy dance simultaneously.

VOLUNTEERS FOR THE THERAPEUTIC RECREATION PROGRAMS AND SPECIAL
OLYMPICS

Assist in teaching classes, coaching Special Olympics, providing
athletes support during Special Olympics practices, assisting with
special events, and helping our participants to succeed in the
Therapeutic Recreation Program. Call 303-471-7043 for more
information.

Learn how to swim, bike and run competitively while building
confidence, pride, and physical skills through participation with
others. Monday from 6-7 p.m. at Westridge for run and bike
practice; Fridays 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Eastridge for swim practice
from March 28 through June 3.

Join the HRCA Special Olympics tennis team. We will work on
skills needed to compete against other local tennis teams. Program
led by a Tennis Pro and Therapeutic Recreation Specialist. Mondays
June through July from 4-5 p.m. at the Recreation Center at
Northridge Tennis Pavilion

May 13 from 5-8 p.m. at the Recreation Center at Southridge. A
night of fun and games for TR families, friends, volunteers, and
community supporters. Event includes dinner, TR Village Market,
local non-profit organizations, fun activities including dancing,
tae kwon do, cooking demos and more. Rubber duck race and pool
party beginning at 7:45 p.m.

Wednesdays from 5:15-6 p.m. May through June at the Recreation
Center at Southridge, Gymnasium. Learn the skills necessary to play
basketball. Also learn the rules of the game, focusing on good
sportsmanship and teamwork.

Lose The Training Wheels is more than just a bike-riding
program. For many children with disabilities, riding a bike is a
seemingly impossible task which can typically be mastered in less
than a week. Within days of learning to ride, many children exhibit
independent behaviors for the first time. This achievement creates
a gateway of opportunity, helping children gain assurance and self-
reliance in many other aspects of their lives. Eastridge Recreation
Center offered at different times June 6-24 Monday through
Friday.

Parker’s therapeutic recreation program helps to promote and
improve the quality of life for individuals with disabilities
through participation of life-enhancing programs adapted to meet
their specific needs. Contact Amber Gerber at 303.805.3208 for more
information or visit us online at www.ParkerRec.com to view program
offerings. Ages 15 and older. Register online at www.ParkerRec.com

This program is designed for the child ready for the first step
in competitive swimming. This program will prepare participants for
higher levels of swimming. Coaches will test all participants the
first day of class to evaluate abilities. All swimmers must be able
to swim continuous 50 yard freestyle with side breathing and a 50
yard backstroke. The emphasis of this program is on stroke
technique and competitive drills.

This is one-to-one instruction with a certified USA Coach
offering flexibility to fit anyone’s schedule. The class is one 30
minute private lesson for a competitive swimmer to assist with a
specific skill, attain faster times or gain a competitive edge.

A recreational swim program designed for the participant who
wants to keep in shape during competitive off-season. Inter-squad
meets may be offered throughout the season. Swimmers with swim team
experience must be able to demonstrate legal freestyle, backstroke,
butterfly and breastroke.

This class is one-to-one instruction with a senior instructor
offering flexibility to fit anyone’s schedule. One 30 minute
private lesson is equivalent to three group lessons. This is an
ideal alternative to group lessons if you need instruction on a
specific skill area.

The Mile High Dive Club is Colorado’s top ranked Olympic style
diving club. HRCA and Mile High have teamed up to offer training
for all ages and levels of athlete, from the beginner to the elite
level diver. The mission of the program is to teach sound
fundamentals for the sport of diving in a safe and nurturing
environment while developing personal confidence, sportsmanship and
providing a positive learning experience for the athletes. At this
level, divers learn how to do tuck dives and somersaults in the
four diving directions, front, back, reverse and inward as well as
the correct technique to enter the air and the water to maximize
scores and avoid injury.

The Highlands Ranch Community Association offers quality swim
lessons for ages six months to adult. Lessons are offered at all
three Highlands Ranch Recreation Centers. Lessons are fun, help
maintain physical fitness, and prepare you for a lifetime of safe
aquatic enjoyment.

Parker Recreation offers group swim lessons for infants,
preschoolers and youth on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, Saturday
mornings or weekday mornings for off track. Private lessons are
also available. For a full schedule of available classes, call the
Recreation Center at 303-841-4500 or visit www.ParkerRec.com and click on our
aquatics page.

Swimming lessons available weekday evenings and Saturday
mornings at the Lone Tree Recreation Center, 10249 Ridgegate
Circle. Loaded with fun, engaging and challenging activities that
motivate children to learn to swim. Every level introduces new
swimming and water safety skills that build upon acquired skills.
Parent-tot, preschool and school-age levels. Fees vary from
$36-$58.

This t-ball league is perfect for the beginner player ages 5-7.
Practices are once a week and games are played Saturday mornings.
HRCA Sports Staff will be assigned as team coaches. Fee includes
team shirt. Register soon as this league fills quickly. Camp is
June 27 through July 30 at Westridge Recreation Center Turf,
Highlands Ranch.

For all you baseball and softball players ages 6-14, HitStreak
coaches will fine tune your hitting. Coaches will work on
fundamentals of hitting: stance, balance, hand position, bat
position and how to hit to all areas of the field. Camp is from
June 7-28, June 9-30, July 12 through Aug. 2, and July 14 through
Aug. 4 at Westridge Recreation Center Batting Cages, Highlands
Ranch, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to noon.

Nothing But Net Elite Basketball Development brings Marcus
Mason’s experience and skill on the court as a Division I college
coach to area players. Mason offers individual, small group and
team basketball training at the Parker Fieldhouse. Mason’s skill
development program will sharpen players’ dribbling, passing,
shooting and offensive moves. For more information on camps, visit
us online at www.ParkerRec.com.

For ages 5-14, this camp is designed to improve skills while
working on court awareness. CBA’s experienced high school and club
coaches will fine tune your game. Camp is from 9 a.m. to noon
Monday through Friday June 27 through July 1 at Eastridge
Recreation Center, Highlands Ranch.

The Parker Fieldhouse offers climbing classes and clinics for
people who want to get started in this popular activity as well as
experienced climbers who are ready to advance their skills. View
full class descriptions for each level online at www.ParkerRec.com.

HRCA and the AYL Warriors have teamed up to develop the Warriors
Cheerleading program. This program includes all children from
kindergarten to 8th grade. Experience is not required, and the goal
of these teams is to provide cheerleading support for the Warrior
football organization during their season. All games are typically
played on Saturdays, and all teams will perform at the AYL Super
Bowl at the end of the season. There will be two practices a week
on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Both are highly encouraged but only one
is mandatory. Time and location TBD.

These three week speed an agility classes are great for your
off–track athlete! Gain Speed, endurance, footwork skills, core
stability and much more! This class is taught by Personal
Trainer/Strength and Conditioning Coach, Sterling Joseph. Great for
all athletes in all sports!

Parker Recreation has several programs available to train your
teen! Sports Conditioning classes are available for ages nine to 16
and Parker’s Training for Optimal Performance Program has been a
big hit for youth wanting sport specific training. For more
information on all these programs, visit us online at www.ParkerRec.com or call
303-805-3278. Locations are at Parker Fieldhouse, 18700 E. Plaza
Drive, or Recreation Center, 17301 E. Lincoln Ave., Parker.

Teens are encouraged to attend any class on the Highlands Ranch
Drop-In Fitness Schedule. Teens under the age of 12 must receive
permission to attend with a parent through Darci Freeman at
303-471-4078. Specialty classes are not included and require a
separate sign up fee. Punch Cards expire 6 months from the date of
purchase. Punch cards are transferrable. Classes are at all
Recreation Center Fitness Studios. Drop In Fitness Schedule
available online at www.HRCAonline.org Teen Daily
Drop-in Fee $5/$7. Teen Fitness/Mind-Body 10 Punch Card $35/$45

For appointments please call the Personal Training line at
303-471-8851. Your call will be returned within 24 hours or the
next business day. Information packets, required forms and trainer
profiles are available online at HRCAonline.org. Westridge/ Southridge
Recreation Centers. Professional Fitness Assessment, $55; body fat
assessment, $25; basic nutrition, $35; basic nutrition and
assessment, $65.

Participate in an active two hours per week of organized sports,
games, fitness, wellness, flexibility and cardiovascular
conditioning at the Parker Fieldhouse, with a maximum of 20 kids
per class. Register online at www.ParkerRec.com or call
303-805-3278 for more information. Classes are for ages 4-10
Mondays and Wednesdays at Parker Fieldhouse, 18700 E. Plaza Drive,
Parker.

Children 2 to 7 years of age can enjoy 2.5 hours of fun-filled
tumbling, music and games in the Tumbling Room of the Recreation
Center at Northridge. Supervised by our trained staff, the kids
have a good work-out while parents can enjoy using the facility for
themselves. This event is from 1-3:30 p.m. Thursdays at the
Recreation Center at Northridge.

Taught by Golf Professional Mark Martin. This type of training
is for both the novice and the seasoned golfer. Use
state-of-the-art software to compare your abilities to those of a
professional golfer to see where improvements can be made.
Northridge, All purpose court. $99-One hour sessions for single,
couples or group of three people. $275-Three One hour sessions for
single, couple, or group of three people. $550-Six One hour
sessions for single, couple or group of three people. Sessions are
by appointment only and are non-refundable. Advance registration
and signed Fitness waiver required.

Beginning gymnastics for boys and girls is offered on kid-sized
equipment by teachers who believe your child’s first introduction
to the sport should be fun in addition to instructional. Gymnastics
is great for building strength, flexibility, rhythm, coordination
and body awareness in kids. Registration for classes is ongoing
until they are full. Class descriptions may be viewed online at
www.ParkerRec.com.
Registration is open online at www.ParkerRec.com. At Parker
Recreation Center, 17301 Lincoln Ave., Parker.

MARTIAL ARTS

HRCA EASTON BRAZILIAN JIUJITSU: LITTLE TIGERS PROGRAM

Highlands Ranch Community Association

Contact: Fitness Coordinator, Darci Freeman

Phone: 303-471-7048

E-mail:dfreeman@hrcaonline.org

Web site:www.hrcaonline.org

Ages 3.5 to 6 at Southridge, Fitness Studio Saturdays or Sundays
from 1-1:30 p.m. in May, June, July and August. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
is a martial art, combat sport and a form of self-defense that
focuses on grappling and especially ground fighting. Easton
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu offers the most effective programs for all
ages. The Easton Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Kids and Youth Programs build
confidence and self-esteem in students so they can overcome
challenges and obstacles they face in life. A unique atmosphere
that stresses fitness coupled with self-control is built within
this program.

HRCA EASTON BRAZILIAN JIUJITSU: TIGERS PROGRAM

Highlands Ranch Community Association

Contact: Fitness Coordinator, Darci Freeman

Phone: 303-471-7048

E-mail:dfreeman@hrcaonline.org

Web site:www.hrcaonline.org

Ages 7-13 at Southridge, Fitness Studio from 1:45-2:30 p.m.
Saturdays and Sundays in May, June, July and August. Brazilian
Jiu-Jitsu is a martial art, combat sport and a form of self-defense
that focuses on grappling and especially ground fighting. Easton
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu offers the most effective programs for all
ages. The Easton Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Kids and Youth Programs build
confidence and self-esteem in students so they can overcome
challenges and obstacles they face in life. A unique atmosphere
that stresses fitness coupled with self-control is built within
this program.

Parker Recreation offers several martial arts programs including
Tiny Tigers Karate for youth ages 4-6 and Kids’ Martial Arts for
youth ages 7-14 years. Taekwondo is also available for youth ages 6
to 16 years. A Family Martial Arts class designed for families who
are looking to spend quality time together and work toward
achieving their black belt at the same time is perfect for ages
five and up. For more information on class dates and times, visit
us online at www.ParkerRec.com. Locations are at
Mainstreet Center, 19650 E. Mainstreet, or Recreation Center, 17301
E. Lincoln Ave., Parker.

Send your child back to school with improved concentration and
confidence. Our classes are fun, safe and teach children much more
than self-defense. We teach success skills that will help your
child to accomplish more.

Tae Kwon Do offers flexibility, self discipline, character
development and life skills. Under the direction of seventh degree
black belt Grandmaster JW Kim, Master Matt Cottingham, fifth degree
Black Belt and James Chott, third degree Black Belt are instructors
with over 20 years of experience. Students will learn Tae Kwon Do
techniques such as movement patterns, blocking, punching, and
kicking drills, board breaking, self-defense, and sparring. Offered
on Saturddays from 10-10:30 a.m. at Southridge, Fitness Studio May,
June, July and August.

INTRO TO PEE WEE TAE KWON DO

Highlands Ranch Community Association

Contact: Fitness Coordinator, Darci Freeman

Phone: 303-471-7048

E-mail:dfreeman@hrcaonline.org

Web site:www.hrcaonline.org

Tae Kwon Do offers flexibility, self discipline, character
development and life skills. Under the direction of 7th degree
black belt Grandmaster JW Kim, Master Matt Cottingham, 5th degree
Black Belt and James Chott, 3rd degree Black Belt are instructors
with over 20 years of experience. Students will learn Tae Kwon Do
techniques such as movement patterns, blocking, punching, and
kicking drills, board breaking, self-defense, and sparring.
Southridge, Fitness Studio, from 10-10:30 a.m. Saturdays during
May, June, July and August.

This soccer league is perfect for the beginner player ages 5-7.
Practices are once per week and games are played Saturday mornings.
All practices and games will be played outdoors. Fee includes team
shirt. Volunteer coaches needed. Camp is May 31 through June 25 in
Highlands Ranch.

For all young athletes ages 8-13, this coed program will be full
of fun and entertainment. This dodgeball/kickball league will be
for eight weeks making it the perfect summer activity. Dodgeball
will be played on Tuesdays and Kickball on Fridays. Includes team
shirt. Camp is from 2-4 p.m. Tuesdays/Fridays June 7 through July
29 at Westridge Recreation Center Turf, Highlands Ranch.

Spend summer break with us at our multi-sports camp. This camp
offers the perfect opportunity to explore a wide variety of outdoor
sports and other fun “school yard” games in a safe and positive
environment. Sign up for more than one camp or multiple family
members and receive $25 off the total price. Camps are from 10 a.m.
to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday June 13-17, June 27 through July 1,
July 5-8, July 18-22, August 1-5 at Northridge Recreation Center,
Highlands Ranch.

For all young athletes ages 4-6, this program teaches athletic
skills while focusing on fun in a variety of sports and school
games. Perfect opportunity for parents to enjoy an hour break or
workout. Sign up for two sessions and get $15 off total price. Camp
is Monday/Wednesdays June 6-29, July 6 through Aug. 1 or
Tuesdays/Thursdays June 7-30, July 5-28 from 9-10 a.m. at the
Recreation Center at Westridge Turf, Highlands Ranch.

This program is geared for the high school athlete. Research has
proven that high level training plus proper nutrition makes for
better athletes. Whatever your sport is, the professional coaches
at SportXcel will spend 11 sessions with you as you learn how to
maximize speed, agility, quickness, strength and cardiovascular
endurance. Max Muscle Sports Nutrition Coaches will evaluate
current body composition and build a personalized nutrition plan.
This plan will help you maximize your training and shorten recovery
time to improve your sports performance. Train with coaches the
pros use such as Shaquille O’Neal, Steve Nash, Grant Hill and many
more elite level athletes in all types of sports. Camp is from
10-11 a.m. Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays June 1-24 and July 6-29 at
Westridge Recreation Center Turf, Highlands Ranch.

Players will practice twice a week and play matches on Monday
mornings. Registration deadline is May 13. Practice will begin on
June 7. Players will practice as a team and play their matches as a
team and have a chance to compete in playoffs at the end of the
season. There are different levels of ability offered in each age
group, from Beginner to Advanced. The league season is June 13 –
August 1. Price: Resident $160/ Non-Resident $184. Lebsack Tennis
Center at Redstone Park, 9320 South Foothills Canyon Boulevard,

Players will practice twice a week and play matches on Monday
mornings. Practice will begin on June 7. Players will practice as a
team and play their matches as a team and have a chance to compete
in playoffs at the end of the season. There are different levels of
ability offered in each age group, from Beginner to Advanced. The
league season is June 13 – August 1. Price: $160/$184. Highlands
Ranch Community Association, The Tennis Pavilion, The Recreation
Center at Northridge, 8801 South Broadway, Highlands Ranch.
Registration deadline is May 13.

The C.A.R.A. Junior tennis program is for ages 8 – 18. Players
will practice twice a week and play matches throughout the city on
Friday mornings. Ages 10 & under will practice on Monday and
Wednesday from 12:30 – 1:30 pm, Ages 12 and under will practice on
Mondays & Wednesdays from 1:30 – 2:30 pm and ages 14 and up
will practice on Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:30 – 3:30 pm. Price:
$160/$184 Season Dates: June 7, 2011 through August 1, 2011. First
practice is on June 7, 2011 at Lebsack Park Tennis Center, 9320
South Foothills Canyon Boulevard, Highlands Ranch.

The junior tennis players in this combined league will play in
both the C.A.R.A. and Junior Team Tennis Leagues. They will be able
to attend both the twice a week C.A.R.A. and twice a week Junior
Team Tennis practices and compete in both match days – Mondays and
Fridays. Practice will begin June 7 and follow the individual
leagues. Price: $260/$299.

These tennis lessons for young players aged 4 and 5 are fun
classes that help develop motor and listening skills that small
children need to play sports. Price: $90/$117. Registration
Deadline is seventy two hours prior to start of session. There are
three sessions of six weeks each on Tuesdays and Thursdays from
9-9:30 a.m. and 9:30-10 a.m. May 23 through July 3, July 4 through
Aug. 14 and Aug. 15 through Sept. 25 at Highlands Ranch Community
Association, The Tennis Pavilion, The Recreation Center at
Northridge, 8801 South Broadway, Highlands Ranch.

These tennis lessons for young players aged 4 and 5 are fun
classes that help develop motor and listening skills that small
children need to play sports. Price: $60/$78. June 6 through July 3
and July 4-31 at Highlands Ranch Community Association, The
Recreation Center at Southridge, 4800 McArthur Ranch Road,
Highlands Ranch. Registration Deadline is seventy two hours prior
to start of session.

Future Stars lessons are for children ages 6 & 7 for
children to develop eye-hand coordination and have fun while
learning basic tennis skills. Age-appropriate games help develop
motor and listening skills and enhance self-esteem. Price:
$90/$117. Registration Deadline is seventy two hours prior to start
of session.

Sessions are Mondays 9-10 a.m. and Tuesdays 5-6 p.m. June 6
through July 3 and July 4-31 at Highlands Ranch Community
Association, The Tennis Pavilion, The Recreation Center at
Southridge, 8801 South Broadway, Highlands Ranch.

These fun five-day entry level camps for ages 7 – 13 include
swimming. Bring a tennis racket, tennis shoes, water bottle, snack,
swimsuit and towel. All camps are from 9:00 – Noon and price is
$150/$195. Registration Deadline to register is seventy-two hours
prior to start of camp. Camps are June 6-10, June 13-17, June
20-24, July 11-15, July 18-22, and July 25-29 at Highlands Ranch
Community Association, The Recreation Center at Westridge, 9650
Foothills Canyon Blvd., Highlands Ranch.

These fun three-day fundamental camps improve and refine
existing skills. Camps include swimming. Bring a tennis racket,
tennis shoes, water bottle, snack, swimsuit and towel.
Price:$90/$117. All camps are on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays
and run from 1-4 pm. Deadline to register is seventy-two hours
prior to start of camp. Camps are May 31 through June 2, June 14-16
and July 5-7 at Highlands Ranch Community Association, The Tennis
Pavilion, The Recreation Center at Northridge, 8801 South Broadway,
Highlands Ranch.

Tennis Instruction Mobile. Steff Porter is coming to your
community tennis courts. I teach tennis outdoors all year round
weather permitting. With over 20 years of teaching and playing
experience, I will teach all levels, adults and children. Lessons
costs $45 for one person for an hour. For two people or more

Register online at www.ParkerRec.com. For ages 5 and
older. Railbender Skate and Tennis Park, Parker. The USTA
QuickStart tennis format will be used extensively in this
introduction to tennis, we will stress the ABC’s of tennis success:
Agility, Balance and Control. Students will learn court
descriptions, rules, forehand, backhand, volleys and serve.
Students and parents will learn from practice strategies and
techniques.

Tennis Fun Days are a fun and energetic introduction to tennis
for beginning and intermediate Junior players. The USTA QuickStart
format adapts tennis to the size and abilities of kids by using low
compression and foam balls, smaller racquets and shorter nets.
Register online at www.ParkerRec.com. Ages 5 and older.
Instructional Sessions through March at Parker Fieldhouse, 18700 E.
Plaza Dr.

Perfect for the summer volleyball player ages 12-18. Let’s see
who will be “King/Queen of the Sand." Team registration of up to
four players per roster with coed teams requiring at least one
male. Girls who register to play in both leagues receive $10 off
the coed team price. League is from 4-8 p.m. June 8 through July 21
at Eastridge Recreation Center Sand Courts, Highlands Ranch,
Wednesdays (coed) and Thursdays (girls).

For ages 8-14, this camp is designed to improve skills while
working on court awareness. Our experienced club and former high
school coaches will fine tune your game. Camp is from 1-3 p.m. June
27 through July 1 at Southridge Recreation Center, Highlands Ranch,
Monday through Friday.

WATER SPORTS

KAYAK KORNER

Highlands Ranch Community Association

Phone: 303-471-8935

The program offers two skill levels for basic or advanced
training in the comfort of a pool environment taught by Renaissance
Adventure Guides. All equipment is provided for the class which is
on Saturday and Sunday. This class is for ages 7 to adult.

This class is two hours of fun introducing underwater
exploration in a pool environment using scuba equipment. Certified
SSI Scuba instructors teach basic scuba skills. This class is for
ages 10 to adult.

Come to a fun two hour Saturday afternoon introduction to
underwater exploration. Families are welcome. Certified SSI Scuba
instructors from Gobe Divers introduce participants to the basic
skills to snorkel in depths of four to six feet of water.
Snorkeling gear including mask, snorkel and fins are required and
must be brought to class by participants. Gobe Divers offers a
special HRCA kit at an affordable price for participants. Upon
completion, ask about advanced underwater programs at HRCA. This
class is for ages 7 to adult.

Parker Recreation now has new and improved party options! Choose
from pool parties at H2O’Brien Pool or the Parker Recreation Center
or pick a sports themed party at the Parker Fieldhouse. Contact
Brenda Mooney at 303-805-6309 or email bmooney@parkeronline.org for
more information.

A variety of birthday packages, starting from $13.95 per person
or $11.95 district rate, with eight-guest minimum. Parties include
two-hours table time, pizza or hot dog and chips, soft drinks,
party host, place settings, unlimited rides, 20 tokens per guest,
party favors, party invitations and thank-you notes. Cakes are
available for purchase. Call for details. Birthday parties can be
scheduled Monday through Sunday at Family Sports Center, 6901 S.
Peoria in Centennial. Call 303-708-9500 ext. 203 to reserve a date
and time.

Birthday parties available Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays all
year long at the Lone Tree Recreation Center, 10249 Ridgegate
Circle. Mom and Dad relax, we do all the work. Two-hour party
includes swimming in the leisure pool, private decorated room,
themed ½ sheet cake, party hosts, facility admission, paper
products, lemonade, and balloons for 10 guests. Add-ons such as
pizza, invitations, and Dairy Queen ice cream cake available upon
request. Ages 5-13.

A beginner’s riding camp for ages 5-12 that offers a safe and
friendly environment while learning hands-on horse care and
horsemanship. Camp will be Monday - Friday from 9:00am – 3:00pm.
Call or visit our website today for more information.

A full service Hunter/Jumper lesson, boarding and training
facility located in Parker,

Whether just starting riding or looking for a place to build on
your existing experience, we have a program that will meet your
needs. We pride ourselves on providing a program and an environment
that offers the best in instruction in a safe “family friendly”
environment.

Exciting two hours of fun and activities. For ages 3-6. This
class is from 9-11 a.m. Saturdays at the Recreation Center at
Eastridge, Preschool Room.

CURIOSITY CLUB

Curiosity Club is a learning adventure for kindergartners or
children ages 5 and 6. The program is in addition to their regular
kindergarten curriculum. Activities are challenging, energetic and
creative. Topics include dinosaurs, oceans, space, Africa, Polar
Regions, Japan, human body, rainforest, Colorado, bugs and insects.
We are conveniently located in Highlands Ranch and Parker. Call
today for more information or to enroll in our exciting
programs.

Parker Recreation offers a variety of educational and social
programs for kids ages 3 to 6 years old. For a full list of classes
visit www.ParkerRec.com or
contact the Parker Recreation Center at 303-841-4500. Held at the
Parker Recreation Center, 17301 E. Lincoln Ave., Parker.

Kreative play, kute krafts, krazy games, and kool songs is what
Kreative Kids is all about. Please provide lunch and snacks that do
not contain peanut products and we’ll provide the rest. For ages
3-5 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the Recreation Center
at Eastridge.

LITTLE FLEDGLINGS PRESCHOOL NATURE HOUR

First and Third Wednesdays

10-11 a.m.

Audubon Nature Center at Chatfield

Enjoy themed nature stories, songs, activities and crafts with
your 3-6 year old. Program introduces science skills and combines
outdoor play with social and academic skills, supporting your
child’s sense of wonder. Bring sunscreen and water. The Audubon
Center is located on the southwest side of Denver in Littleton.

Bring your lunch and join the fun. Kids play games, watch a
movie, do crafts, listen to a story, enjoy outside fun and more
while parents have time to themselves. Provide lunch and snacks
that do not contain peanut products. For kids 2-6. This class is
from noon to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Westridge
Recreation Center and Monday through Thursday at the Eastridge
Recreation Center.

Discover and explore life through songs, creative play and
crafts. Parents receive great ideas and activities to share at
home. An adult must accompany each child. For ages 2-4, from
10:15-11:15 a.m. Fridays at the Recreation Center at Eastridge,
Preschool Room.